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Witness describes shootout between man, police officer at Atlanta bus station

Witness describes shootout between man, police officer at Atlanta bus station

Travelers waiting on a bus headed to Savannah recalled the scary moments they heard gunshots just a few feet away.

April 24, 2023 9:30am EDT
Does downtown Atlanta have too much parking?

Does downtown Atlanta have too much parking?

Over a quarter of Downtown Atlanta is devoted to parking, according to new data from a nonprofit.

April 21, 2023 11:12pm EDT
Free programming offered at the Home Depot Backyard

Free programming offered at the Home Depot Backyard

The Home Depot Backyard will offer more than 170 free community events this year, including fitness classes and education and cultural programming.

April 19, 2023 10:57am EDT
'Beautiful things' are happening at Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit

'Beautiful things' are happening at Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit

The play is called "Tiny Beautiful Things," but what’s happening inside Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit right now is anything but small.

April 17, 2023 10:51am EDT
UPDATE: Man shot during confrontation on Joseph E Lowery Boulevard

UPDATE: Man shot during confrontation on Joseph E Lowery Boulevard

There aren't many details available at this time, but Atlanta Police say that it happened during some kind of altercation with the passenger of a passing vehicle.

April 16, 2023 1:44pm EDT
One dead after shooting on Culberson Street near downtown Atlanta

One dead after shooting on Culberson Street near downtown Atlanta

Police say the 60-year-old victim died at Grady Memorial Hospital.

April 15, 2023 6:23am EDT
Leaders react to racist viral video: ‘I was absolutely dumbfounded’

Leaders react to racist viral video: ‘I was absolutely dumbfounded’

Outrage continues after a viral video shows a Georgia athletic coach making racist remarks while visiting Atlanta.

April 13, 2023 11:53pm EDT
Alarming statistics reveal the far-reaching effects of gun violence on Americans

Alarming statistics reveal the far-reaching effects of gun violence on Americans

One in five Americas have either been directly touched by or had a family member harmed by gun violence, according to a new survey.

April 13, 2023 5:28pm EDT
Atlanta’s iconic Polaris 'rotates' toward a bright future

Atlanta’s iconic Polaris 'rotates' toward a bright future

An icon of Downtown Atlanta is back open, welcoming diners with great food and drinks and the best views in town.

April 5, 2023 11:22am EDT
Gunman opens fire into car in Downtown Atlanta sending woman to hospital, police say

Gunman opens fire into car in Downtown Atlanta sending woman to hospital, police say

Someone shot into a car early Tuesday morning leaving a woman critically hurt, according to Atlanta police.

April 4, 2023 6:42am EDT
7 arrested after chaotic weekend near Georgia State University, students worry about safety

7 arrested after chaotic weekend near Georgia State University, students worry about safety

Georgia State University students say they are concerned about their safety following a weekend of dangerous chaos near campus.

April 3, 2023 6:38pm EDT
Drivers caught on camera doing donuts Downtown; onlookers say it's only the beginning

Drivers caught on camera doing donuts Downtown; onlookers say it's only the beginning

Large crowds gathered Downtown overnight into Sunday to watch what seemed like a scene from the ‘Fast and Furious’ movies. Officials now believe there may have even been a shooting.

April 3, 2023 7:18am EDT
At least 2 people hurt in shootings near Georgia State connected to street racing over the weekend

At least 2 people hurt in shootings near Georgia State connected to street racing over the weekend

Chaos erupted in Downtown Atlanta Sunday night as street racing near Georgia State University led to not one, but at least two separate shootings.

April 3, 2023 7:15am EDT
Gunshots fired during shootout between sports cars hit downtown Atlanta building, police say

Gunshots fired during shootout between sports cars hit downtown Atlanta building, police say

Police are searching for multiple gunmen connected to in a shootout that happened in Downtown Atlanta early Wednesday morning.

March 29, 2023 5:46am EDT
Animal advocates rally after video surfaces of DeKalb County man beating dog

Animal advocates rally after video surfaces of DeKalb County man beating dog

“These things should never happen, and these people should never be let out of jail,” one of the advocates told FOX 5.

March 19, 2023 11:00pm EDT
Teens arrested for stealing car with gloves, tools, gun in Downtown joyride

Teens arrested for stealing car with gloves, tools, gun in Downtown joyride

Four teenagers were arrested after they were caught joyriding in a stolen vehicle. Atlanta Police released a video showing the chaotic chase through downtown Atlanta from both the ground and helicopter's view.

March 14, 2023 10:18pm EDT
Today marks the 15-year anniversary of the 2008 Atlanta tornado outbreak

Today marks the 15-year anniversary of the 2008 Atlanta tornado outbreak

The devastating twister, which was rated an EF2 by the National Weather Service, caused widespread damage across downtown Atlanta.

March 14, 2023 11:33am EDT
Are 'extreme methods' justified in Atlanta public safety facility protests?

Are 'extreme methods' justified in Atlanta public safety facility protests?

"There are protesters who are engaging in civil disobedience and direct action—and yes—some of those protesters tactics may from the outside look extreme,” Activist Kamau Franklin told FOX 5.

March 7, 2023 10:30pm EST
Atlanta Streetcar expansion could be 'disruptive' of BeltLine life, some residents say

Atlanta Streetcar expansion could be 'disruptive' of BeltLine life, some residents say

Old Fourth Ward residents raise concerns over the proposed Atlanta Streetcar East Expansion project.

February 28, 2023 5:26pm EST
Atlanta City Council debates best way to help homless

Atlanta City Council debates best way to help homless

This week at the State Capitol and at Atlanta City Hall, politicians debated how to manage the homeless problem.

February 17, 2023 8:25pm EST
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Silent prayer rally planned in Atlanta, across U.S. to protest immigration raids

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Druid Hills High fate could be decided Monday

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$100K payout for fired city manager raises eyebrows in College Park

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